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NetSort®, the sorting software platform from Bell and Howell, improves on the best elements of WinSort® and MaxiSORT®. Built on item-level tracking and a scalable client-server architecture, NetSort enables you to not just meet the new USPS® requirements* for full-service use of Intelligent Mail® barcodes (IMB) but also realize additional discounts and revenue opportunities. NetSort is available as an upgrade on a wide range of sorting platforms.
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MINIMIZE EFFORT TO MEET FULL-SERVICE IMB REQUIREMENTS The USPS offers basic-service and full-service options for implementing the IMB. While the full-service option has many benefits such as additional discounts, free Address Correction Service (ACS™) and free start-the-clock information, it can involve a significant implementation effort. NetSort provides the technology to minimize the effort required and will: »» Manage 45-day barcode uniqueness and capture relationships for the
mailpiece, trays and containers in your sorting environment »» Create and support submission of electronic mailing reports and messaging
(Mail.dat® & Mail.XML™) »» Allow for multiple CAPS—Centralized Accounting Processing System—under
Full Service
* USPS requirements released as of May 1, 2009.
A NETSORT UPGRADE A NetSort upgrade will consist of: »» Software and computer for each
sorter and server and associated hardware »» Data conversion from your existing system »» Factory training for your personnel »» On-site installation, setup and postinstallation monitoring
»» Provides extensive data on each piece, not just the
unique IMB »» Aids improved troubleshooting in a more complex
environment »» Matches unique IMBs applied at the sorter to other
customer-pre-applied codes to facilitate true end-to-end tracking and minimize or eliminate upstream changes— matching feedback to individual clients for mailing submission confirmation and postage accounting
WIDE RANGE OF SCHEME CREATION/ SORTING OPTIONS »» One-Pass Finalization and SmartScheme options optimize
sort schemes and simplify processing if mail data is available prior to sorting multi-sorter environment
Options to maximize savings by merging mail from other sites »» Be more competitive by earning greater USPS discounts
by co-mingling complementary ZIP Codes™ with the multi-site option »» Save time, improve operations and provide data replication / back-up with near-continuous data transfer between sorters and servers, and between sites »» Track individual mailpieces and generate detailed difference reports for mail moved between sites as required by the USPS
Tethered scanner or short-range wireless scanner »» Allows the Mail.dat file to be updated and used with the
Scan-All option
Long-range scanner
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»» Easier to run different sort schemes simultaneously in a
OPTIONAL FEATURES
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Item-Level Tracking
»» Improved flexibility through extended support for new
analysis options, based on USPS rule changes making sorting levels optional
»» Improvements in handling crossover bins in a multi-sorter
environment, including item-level tracking
»» Two-way wireless short-range scanner »» Used for adjusting tray tags, pallet placards and IMB »» Used for associating pallet placards and tray tags »» Optional area array scanner allows to update IMB
to Mail.dat
»» Can be used for Scan-All option
OPTIONAL INTEGRATION TO TRACK N TRACE® migration to USPS IMb Tracing™ services
ACS/STC/FFMUN communication bridge (requires Mail.XML)
»» Monitor delivery metrics for your mailings
»» Provides seamless ACS notifications and feedback—
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»» Leverage Full-Service IMB uniqueness to simplify
»» Offer value-added services for mail tracking/delivery
statistics to your customers through a personalized Web page »» Automate data transfer to/from USPS
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BASE PLATFORM IMPROVEMENTS
»» True client-server architecture with access to the server
using a standard Web browser
»» Enterprise-strength database to handle data increases
with item-level data
»» Remote diagnostics capability to quickly engage
specialists over the Web for complex issues
»» Structured archival of mailing data and reports, with
automated backup »» Advanced user login setup with configurable access to
various functionalities »» Flexibility to configure the system to your desired
security levels »» Template-based approach reduces errors and
improves productivity
enabler for a mailer as a data manager for CRIDs, and data stewardship »» Start the clock • Visibility into mail acceptance • Electronic confirmation or validation of acceptance • In-home management (e.g. call center management) »» Verification start-the-clock, container induction scans, Full-Service ACS COA and Nixie detail records, as well as verification errors or by/for information mismatches
Stand-alone—One Pass Plus »» Ability to import single or multiple Mail.dat file(s) (where
pieces and perhaps trays have already been qualified/ prepared) and parse, combine, update, change and reanalyze »» Function/product is required “after list processing” at the back-end of inserters, as well as can be the “add on” for NetSort on sorters
Auto/FAST appointment »» Dynamic destination (i.e. control drop shipping
automatically)
SPOILAGE
OPTIONAL FEATURES (CONT.)
»» IMB mailpiece subtractions
Material handler manager software
»» Analysis for postage accounting
»» Enables the ability to use wireless two-way scanners »» Enables future tray or container management ability »» Real-time management of containers anywhere they are
produced, stored or moved
SUPPORTS MAIL.DAT AND MAIL.XML POSTAGE COMMUNICATION »» Supports latest version of Mail.dat for Full Service
electronic data communication and Mail.XML when available from the USPS
Enhanced MATCHBACK product »» Provides the ability for custom client management tools
SUPPORTS MULTIPLE CAPS (CENTRALIZED ACCOUNTING PROCESSING SYSTEM) UNDER FULL SERVICE
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to match sorting data back to customer data »» Stores the unique code printed on mailpiece and associates it with the unique IMB »» Exports the files (CSV format) »» Associated with a pre-defined customer profile
»» Lowers risk management of postage funds »» Easier internal money management
»» Timing (funds management)—no worry about postage
control/ billing software
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»» Transparency
Standard Features
• Postage
PALLET PLACARD AND TRAY TAG PRINTING
• Instant performance tracking
»» Provides ability to print unique tray and pallet placard
which ensures Full Service compliance—unique tray and pallet placards are associated with IMB mailpiece and Mail.dat/Mail.XML electronic submission
»» More customers into the co-mingled world »» Competitive advantage of co-mingling »» Lower postage
»» More percentage dropped at a deeper level means a
more predictable in-home date
PALLET SCHEME MANAGEMENT
»» Edit the pallet scheme based upon USPS agreements
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ABILITY TO ADJUST THE MAIL.DAT DATA BEFORE SUBMITTING TO USPS
»» Contributes to having an end-to-end solution »» No need to find alternative provider
»» Manual adjustment—no scanners included »» Editor
• IMB subtraction
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• Tray tag subtractions and additions
• Pallet placard subtractions and additions—allows you to
use optional scanners and/or rerun the mail on the sorter on subtraction or additional
At Bell and Howell, mail processing is at the core of our business. The NetSort platform maximizes the opportunities from the industry’s shift to full-service use of the IMB. Our team welcomes the opportunity to discuss your unique requirements and to implement the best solution possible to the meet the needs of your business.
»» CSA input table management
Note: This bulletin contains information about some products or features which have not yet been released. Bell and Howell shall not be liable for products or features which are not released and for changes to descriptions or features prior to release.
For more information, visit: bellhowell.net
P.O. Box 14986, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709-4986 (800) 220-3030 • [email protected] www.bellhowell.net
© 2011-2012 Bell and Howell, LLC. All rights reserved. Bell and Howell, the Bell and Howell logo, NetSort, WinSort, MaxiSORT and Track N Trace are trademarks or registered trademarks of Bell and Howell, LLC. The United States Postal Service® owns the following trademarks: USPS, Intelligent Mail, ZIP Code, ACS, OneCode ACS, IMb Tracing and United States Postal Service. Mail.dat and Mail.XML are trademarks or registered trademarks of International Digital Enterprise Alliance, Inc. All other trademarks, registered trademarks and service marks are the property of their respective owners. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Actual performance results may vary. The product(s) described herein is protected by pending patents or one or more of the following patents: 6,510,992; 6,793,136; 6,557,775; 7,325,732 BH_SORT_DSHT_1003_06_JUL_2012
NetSort Sorter Manager
Home / Office / Customer
Bell and Howell
`
NetSort Sorter Manager
NetSort Server
T
`
Internet
AF
Mobile Access
Production Floor
NetSort
NetSort Sorter Manager
Full service and beyond
R
NetSort®, the sorting software platform from Bell and Howell, improves on the best elements of WinSort® and MaxiSORT®. Built on item-level tracking and a scalable client-server architecture, NetSort enables you to not just meet the new USPS® requirements* for full-service use of Intelligent Mail® barcodes (IMB) but also realize additional discounts and revenue opportunities. NetSort is available as an upgrade on a wide range of sorting platforms.
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MINIMIZE EFFORT TO MEET FULL-SERVICE IMB REQUIREMENTS The USPS offers basic-service and full-service options for implementing the IMB. While the full-service option has many benefits such as additional discounts, free Address Correction Service (ACS™) and free start-the-clock information, it can involve a significant implementation effort. NetSort provides the technology to minimize the effort required and will: »» Manage 45-day barcode uniqueness and capture relationships for the
mailpiece, trays and containers in your sorting environment »» Create and support submission of electronic mailing reports and messaging
(Mail.dat® & Mail.XML™) »» Allow for multiple CAPS—Centralized Accounting Processing System—under
Full Service
* USPS requirements released as of May 1, 2009.
A NETSORT UPGRADE A NetSort upgrade will consist of: »» Software and computer for each
sorter and server and associated hardware »» Data conversion from your existing system »» Factory training for your personnel »» On-site installation, setup and postinstallation monitoring
»» Provides extensive data on each piece, not just the
unique IMB »» Aids improved troubleshooting in a more complex
environment »» Matches unique IMBs applied at the sorter to other
customer-pre-applied codes to facilitate true end-to-end tracking and minimize or eliminate upstream changes— matching feedback to individual clients for mailing submission confirmation and postage accounting
WIDE RANGE OF SCHEME CREATION/ SORTING OPTIONS »» One-Pass Finalization and SmartScheme options optimize
sort schemes and simplify processing if mail data is available prior to sorting multi-sorter environment
Options to maximize savings by merging mail from other sites »» Be more competitive by earning greater USPS discounts
by co-mingling complementary ZIP Codes™ with the multi-site option »» Save time, improve operations and provide data replication / back-up with near-continuous data transfer between sorters and servers, and between sites »» Track individual mailpieces and generate detailed difference reports for mail moved between sites as required by the USPS
Tethered scanner or short-range wireless scanner »» Allows the Mail.dat file to be updated and used with the
Scan-All option
Long-range scanner
AF
»» Easier to run different sort schemes simultaneously in a
OPTIONAL FEATURES
T
Item-Level Tracking
»» Improved flexibility through extended support for new
analysis options, based on USPS rule changes making sorting levels optional
»» Improvements in handling crossover bins in a multi-sorter
environment, including item-level tracking
»» Two-way wireless short-range scanner »» Used for adjusting tray tags, pallet placards and IMB »» Used for associating pallet placards and tray tags »» Optional area array scanner allows to update IMB
to Mail.dat
»» Can be used for Scan-All option
OPTIONAL INTEGRATION TO TRACK N TRACE® migration to USPS IMb Tracing™ services
ACS/STC/FFMUN communication bridge (requires Mail.XML)
»» Monitor delivery metrics for your mailings
»» Provides seamless ACS notifications and feedback—
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»» Leverage Full-Service IMB uniqueness to simplify
»» Offer value-added services for mail tracking/delivery
statistics to your customers through a personalized Web page »» Automate data transfer to/from USPS
D
BASE PLATFORM IMPROVEMENTS
»» True client-server architecture with access to the server
using a standard Web browser
»» Enterprise-strength database to handle data increases
with item-level data
»» Remote diagnostics capability to quickly engage
specialists over the Web for complex issues
»» Structured archival of mailing data and reports, with
automated backup »» Advanced user login setup with configurable access to
various functionalities »» Flexibility to configure the system to your desired
security levels »» Template-based approach reduces errors and
improves productivity
enabler for a mailer as a data manager for CRIDs, and data stewardship »» Start the clock • Visibility into mail acceptance • Electronic confirmation or validation of acceptance • In-home management (e.g. call center management) »» Verification start-the-clock, container induction scans, Full-Service ACS COA and Nixie detail records, as well as verification errors or by/for information mismatches
Stand-alone—One Pass Plus »» Ability to import single or multiple Mail.dat file(s) (where
pieces and perhaps trays have already been qualified/ prepared) and parse, combine, update, change and reanalyze »» Function/product is required “after list processing” at the back-end of inserters, as well as can be the “add on” for NetSort on sorters
Auto/FAST appointment »» Dynamic destination (i.e. control drop shipping
automatically)
SPOILAGE
OPTIONAL FEATURES (CONT.)
»» IMB mailpiece subtractions
Material handler manager software
»» Analysis for postage accounting
»» Enables the ability to use wireless two-way scanners »» Enables future tray or container management ability »» Real-time management of containers anywhere they are
produced, stored or moved
SUPPORTS MAIL.DAT AND MAIL.XML POSTAGE COMMUNICATION »» Supports latest version of Mail.dat for Full Service
electronic data communication and Mail.XML when available from the USPS
Enhanced MATCHBACK product »» Provides the ability for custom client management tools
SUPPORTS MULTIPLE CAPS (CENTRALIZED ACCOUNTING PROCESSING SYSTEM) UNDER FULL SERVICE
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to match sorting data back to customer data »» Stores the unique code printed on mailpiece and associates it with the unique IMB »» Exports the files (CSV format) »» Associated with a pre-defined customer profile
»» Lowers risk management of postage funds »» Easier internal money management
»» Timing (funds management)—no worry about postage
control/ billing software
AF
»» Transparency
Standard Features
• Postage
PALLET PLACARD AND TRAY TAG PRINTING
• Instant performance tracking
»» Provides ability to print unique tray and pallet placard
which ensures Full Service compliance—unique tray and pallet placards are associated with IMB mailpiece and Mail.dat/Mail.XML electronic submission
»» More customers into the co-mingled world »» Competitive advantage of co-mingling »» Lower postage
»» More percentage dropped at a deeper level means a
more predictable in-home date
PALLET SCHEME MANAGEMENT
»» Edit the pallet scheme based upon USPS agreements
R
ABILITY TO ADJUST THE MAIL.DAT DATA BEFORE SUBMITTING TO USPS
»» Contributes to having an end-to-end solution »» No need to find alternative provider
»» Manual adjustment—no scanners included »» Editor
• IMB subtraction
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• Tray tag subtractions and additions
• Pallet placard subtractions and additions—allows you to
use optional scanners and/or rerun the mail on the sorter on subtraction or additional
At Bell and Howell, mail processing is at the core of our business. The NetSort platform maximizes the opportunities from the industry’s shift to full-service use of the IMB. Our team welcomes the opportunity to discuss your unique requirements and to implement the best solution possible to the meet the needs of your business.
»» CSA input table management
Note: This bulletin contains information about some products or features which have not yet been released. Bell and Howell shall not be liable for products or features which are not released and for changes to descriptions or features prior to release.
For more information, visit: bellhowell.net
P.O. Box 14986, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709-4986 (800) 220-3030 • [email protected] www.bellhowell.net
© 2011-2012 Bell and Howell, LLC. All rights reserved. Bell and Howell, the Bell and Howell logo, NetSort, WinSort, MaxiSORT and Track N Trace are trademarks or registered trademarks of Bell and Howell, LLC. The United States Postal Service® owns the following trademarks: USPS, Intelligent Mail, ZIP Code, ACS, OneCode ACS, IMb Tracing and United States Postal Service. Mail.dat and Mail.XML are trademarks or registered trademarks of International Digital Enterprise Alliance, Inc. All other trademarks, registered trademarks and service marks are the property of their respective owners. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Actual performance results may vary. The product(s) described herein is protected by pending patents or one or more of the following patents: 6,510,992; 6,793,136; 6,557,775; 7,325,732 BH_SORT_DSHT_1003_06_JUL_2012
